Beverly Baldwin Burnsed Spencer

Beverly Baldwin Burnsed Spencer

When Beverly Burnsed was elected to the Florida House of Representatives, she was one of 16 women serving in the 120 member body. She was elected by her colleagues as one of the five most promising freshman legislators. She served for 12 years in the Florida legislature and was on a number of important and prestigious committees including Commerce and Industry. By profession, Bev is a teacher. In 1972, she was appointed Florida State's first woman vice president, a permanent position. Bev served Delta Zeta on the National Council as Vice President of Collegiate Affairs, National Secretary and National Director. She was the 1985 Woman of the Year.